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Overview

This dashboard displays interactive visualizations exploring how maternal factors (such as BMI) relate to neonatal outcomes (such as birth weight and preterm classification). Use the widgets to interact with the data and interpret trends.

Dataset Information

Description

  • Source: Research dataset on maternal and infant health
  • Sample Size: 3000+
  • Collected via: Clinical visits and electronic health records
  • Population: Pregnant individuals and their newborns

Variables Used

  • mother_bmi: Mother’s body mass index
  • baby_birth_weight: Newborn’s weight in kilograms
  • preterm_group: Classification of prematurity
  • Sex: Infant’s biological sex
  • mother_age1: Mother’s age

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Impact of Maternal BMI on Baby Birth Weight

Key Takeaways
- Higher maternal BMI tends to be associated with higher birth weight.
- This relationship may reflect nutritional or metabolic effects during pregnancy.

Average Baby Birth Weight by Preterm Group

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Key Takeaways
Infants born in more premature groups—such as extremely or very preterm—tend to have significantly lower average birth weights. This observation underscores their increased vulnerability and the heightened likelihood of complications such as respiratory distress, temperature instability, and developmental delays. By visualizing birth weight trends across prematurity classifications, this chart helps prioritize which subgroups require enhanced clinical surveillance, resource allocation, and targeted interventions in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). It also reinforces the importance of preventive strategies to reduce preterm birth rates.

Real-World Relevance

Understanding maternal health patterns helps clinicians design personalized care strategies and support optimal outcomes for both mothers and infants.

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